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Engine Identification

The engine family designation is shown on the emission control information plate (attached to radiator crossmember). The 1st character identifies the model year ("H" for 1987) while the 4th and 5th characters identify the engine displacement.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

Application (1) Engine Designation Engine Code
4.2L V8 420SEL 116.965 HMB4.2V6FA10
5.6L V8
560SEC 117.968 HMB5.6V6FA1X
560SEL 117.968 HMB5.6V6FA1X
560SL 117.967 HMB5.6V6FA20
(1) The engine designation code must be used when ordering parts or when obtaining technical information. This number identifies specific engine.